JOURNAL ARTICLE

From the Base of the Cecum to the Throne of England: King Edward VII's Appendix.

  • Published In: American Surgeon, 2023, v. 89, n. 5. P. 2141 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Lovasik, Brendan P.; Dodson, Thomas F.; Srinivasan, Jahnavi K. 3 of 3

Abstract

This article focuses on the historical case of King Edward VII's appendicitis in 1902, detailing his medical management by surgeons Sir Frederick Treves and Joseph Lister during the lead-up to his coronation. It traces the evolution of appendicitis understanding and treatment from ancient times through the early 20th century, highlighting Treves' drainage of the king's peri-appendiceal abscess without removing the appendix. The article also discusses the sociopolitical pressures influencing the king's care and contrasts early surgical approaches with modern management, including recent nonoperative strategies supported by clinical trials. This case exemplifies how high-profile medical events intersect with political contexts and surgical advancements.

Additional Information

  • Source:American Surgeon. 2023/05, Vol. 89, Issue 5, p2141
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Anatomy and Physiology
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0003-1348
  • DOI:10.1177/00031348221074218
  • Accession Number:164198409
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